You have to mention your traits, qualities, goals, educational background, achievements, and extra curricular activities.

You should focus on explaining why are you interested to study in the said university and other information that will show that you are a good fit for the school.

Here’s a sample letter to serve as your guide in writing an application letter.

Sample

December 10, 2010

Dr. John Done
Institute Dean
Graduate School of Business
Berkshire University
London, England

Dear Dr. Done,

I am an Economics graduate of Aquinas University in the California. The university is known to produce top tier graduates with excellent academic records plus a well-rounded person.

I have this burning ambition to widen my horizons through higher studies. I want to be an instrument to help the business economy. I strongly believe that through the Master in Business Administration program of Lincoln University, I can enhance and hone my knowledge thoroughly. It will open my eyes to the global setting of business economy. It will help me prepare as well to be a leader and mentor.

Allow me to briefly give you some information about myself. I have a passion for reading educational magazines, management books, and journals. Among my academic strengths include Algebra, Statistics, Accounting, Finance, Marketing and Management.

I also held the position as the Student Council President of our college. Some of my key achievements as President are: the tutoring program, relief operations to victims of different calamities and initiated the talks regarding adding additional study areas.

I am hopeful for the opportunity to become part of your prestigious university. Given the premier curriculum, competent and high caliber faculty and state-of-the art classroom and facilities, it will help me attain my goals and plans.

I look forward to hear a favorable response regarding my application for the Master in Business Administration program of Lincoln University.

Thank you.

Sincerely,
John Scott
Applicant for Graduate School
Rainbow, California

Most colleges and universities require all applicants to submit an application essay wherein you have to discuss something about your strengths, skills, passion, or an interesting story about your life.

Some might just require you to prepare a formal letter of intent that shows how qualified you are as a candidate for the school.

Here’s a sample letter of application into a college or university:

SAMPLE

December 10, 2010

Dr. John Smith
College Dean
Faculty of Arts and Letters
Washington University
Seattle, Washington, 99091

Dear Dr. Smith,

I would like to express my interest for the Bachelor of Arts degree Major in Economics at the Washington University.

Allow me to briefly describe myself. The best word that I can say about myself is I am responsible. At the age of 10, my parents died in a car accident and I was left under my grandparents with my younger sister. It was my turning point to maturation. At an early age, I was raised how to look after my younger sister. It helped me be matured and think like an adult. I have to be responsible, be independent and decide on my own. All the challenges that I faced helped me to be a strong person. It helped me improve my judgment and decision capacity.

With all the challenges, it didn’t hinder me to become a diligent student. I was thirsty for knowledge and information. I always read news, journals, and educational magazines that helped me widen my knowledge. I can say that I have a strong foundation in Science and Mathematics. I am excelling in subjects such as Statistics, Calculus, Algebra and Trigonometry. Marketing and Computer Science also appeal to me because I believe that for you to become a great economist, you have to widen your horizons beside numbers.

I also believe that a person will not learn everything inside the classroom. I gained practical skills from other activities I participated such as a campaign drive for victims of hurricane Katrina. Our community organized a relief campaign for the victims which I am part of it as one of the team leaders.

I know that Washington University’s premier curriculum, distinguished faculty and up-to-date facilities will help me fully develop my potentials and help me achieve my chosen career path.

I hope that you will consider my application as one of your students in the economics department.

Thank you.

Sincerely,
Sarah Beddard

The letter should be written in a professional manner, and must be clear. Although sometimes, it is written on a personal tone especially if the scholarship will be coming from the personal funds of a person.

It is advisable that before you write a scholarship letter, you should have done your homework: make a research of the scholarship provider. Get information about the requirements on how you will be granted by the scholarship.

Know the factors what the provider are looking for candidates. Construct a letter that is in conversational style. Be courteous and do not boost too much about yourself on why they should give you the scholarship.

Make sure as well that your letter is free from any spelling, typographical or grammatical errors.

Below is an example of a letter of application for a scholarship:

Sample

December 10, 2010

MR. JOHN DOE
c/o The Scholarship Committee
President
XYZ Transportation, Inc.
New York City, New York 01928

Dear Mr. Doe:

I recently found out that your company Sports Car scholarship program for young adults. It is all about technically-oriented graduates who want to be part of the Sports Car certified mechanics program. I recently graduated from Cal State Riverside. The institution is a well-known training center in the Philippines that has been providing local and international companies with competent mechanics. The graduates are equipped with basic knowledge and skills in automotive bundled with dedication to work.

As one of the products of the training center, I dream to be a world class mechanic. I believe that I am an ideal candidate for the Sports Car scholarship award. I would like to thank you as well for continuously giving support through your scholarship program persons who deserves to fly.

I hope to hear from your office regarding the process and requirements. For the meantime, I have enclosed my resume, high school transcript of records, accomplished application form, and letter of recommendation.

Thank you for your time and efforts in reading my letter.

Sincerely,

Jason Lee

I, [name of applicant], do hereby apply for a license to
display the trademark of [association], “[trademark] ”
at my place of business located at [address] , in
the City of , State of .

That this application is in accordance with the
regulations of the [trade association].

I am cognizant of the regulations of [trade association]
that govern the display of said trademark and the manner
of conducting business, and I agree to abide by such
regulations at all times.

Dated:_______________ ______________________________
[Signature]